CVE-2022-46996

vSphere_selfuse commit 2a9fe074a64f6a0dd8ac02f21e2f10d66cac5749 was discovered to contain a code execution backdoor via the request package

Critical · published December 14, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
71.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A sneaky backdoor in vSphere lets attackers execute code with ease! This is a major wake-up call for anyone using this platform. ⚠️ Think of it like a secret entrance in a high-security building that only the bad guys know about. They can waltz right in and access sensitive information without ever being challenged! This vulnerability could lead to attackers accessing sensitive user information, digital currency keys, and even escalating their privileges within your system. Imagine losing your digital wallet or having your accounts hijacked — absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a secret entrance in a high-security building that only the bad guys know about. They can waltz right in and access sensitive information without ever being challenged! The vulnerability exists in the vSphere_selfuse component, where a backdoor code execution flaw in the request package allows unauthorized access to sensitive data and the ability to execute arbitrary code.

What to do

This vulnerability could lead to attackers accessing sensitive user information, digital currency keys, and even escalating their privileges within your system. Imagine losing your digital wallet or having your accounts hijacked — absolutely devastating! To mitigate this threat, immediately patch to the latest version provided by VMware. Review your system configurations and permissions to ensure they are properly restricted, and monitor access logs for any unusual activity. You've got this! By taking action now, you can tighten your defenses and secure your environment. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01367 · 71.6th percentile
Published
2022-12-14T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 DEC 00:00Z
    vSphere_selfuse commit 2a9fe074a64f6a0dd8ac02f21e2f10d66cac5749 was discovered to contain a code execution backdoor via the request package
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